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FITNESS, HEALTH, WELLNESS

Edition news

The US spa industry is continuing its upward trajectory, achieving an unprecedented milestone with a
The HCM team were busy at the recent FIBO Global Fitness event in Cologne, Germany,
The fitness sector’s pivot to active wellbeing is being discussed in a new weekly podcast,
Industry event organisation Spa Life is gearing up for the first-ever Spa Life Scotland Convention,
Industry experts are gathering in Cologne for today's European Health & Fitness Forum (EHFF), followed
Comfort Zone's latest initiative, the Stand for Regeneration campaign, consolidates its position as a pioneer
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical
A boutique safari and wellness escape will open in Botswana’s wildlife-rich Okavango Delta this May,
The International Spa Association (ISPA) Foundation has released the 2024 edition of its Consumer Snapshot
Will Orr, CEO of The Gym Group, has revealed the company’s full-year results for 2023,
Living Earth Crafts (LEC) has re-launched its best-selling multipurpose spa treatment table the Century City™,
The World Happiness Summit (WOHASU) is gearing up to hold its first-ever World Wellbeing Policy
Orangetheory Fitness has 'massive expectations' for growth in the UK and Europe and sees potential
Elevate
Elevate
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
The 16th edition of the esteemed international spa and hospitality industry event, Forum HOTel&SPA, is
This story was updated at 14.00GMT on 14 March 2024 and 16.00 GMT on 15
Panatta will consolidate its global presence throughout 2024 by attending a host of major industry
The ancient art of aufguss will be celebrated this April with the Second UK Aufguss
Orangetheory and Self Esteem Brands have revealed plans to merge 'as equals' creating a new
Following a successful pilot, The Gym Group is rolling out a programme, delivered by The
The much-anticipated 2024 Medical Wellness Congress (MWC) will be themed around Vitality – The Key
Last year set a new standard for SATS with record-high revenues, less debt and more
Encapsulating the essence of Espa in one beautiful, ornamental art piece, the new Espa Alabastros
Iberian operator, Go fit, has confirmed its plans to move into the Italian market next
Destination wellness brand Canyon Ranch will host the first edition of its beauty and wellness
After a successful four-week pop-up in 2022, Comfort Zone skincare has announced its second collaboration
The 16th edition of the annual spa industry event ForumHOTel&SPA is fast approaching and is
Xponential Fitness is bringing its Club Pilates brand to the UK, with the opening of
HCM editor, Liz Terry, has called on the sector to step up to assist the
Transformative workout and wellbeing practice, Sanctum, is launching in London in January as part of
The UK’s most recently-formed local government body – North Yorkshire Council – is making wellbeing
Global workout specialist, Les Mills, which owns and operates health clubs in its home country
The first edition of the Wellness Hospitality Conference (WHC), co-organised by Teamwork Hospitality and InSpaTime,
In 2024, industry event Arnold Classic UK and Italian fitness and bodybuilding Panatta will take
The world’s first certification for fitness professionals to support mental wellbeing will be launched early
Xponential Fitness has acquired metabolic health business, Lindora, as its eleventh brand from Solis Capital
Xponential Fitness, the largest global franchisor of boutique fitness brands, has announced the opening of
Everlast Gyms today (16 November) opened a new flagship property at the Metro Centre in
There are now more than 300 boutique fitness studios across London – an increase of
Annual industry event, the Global Wellness Summit (GWS), is headed to the Scottish coastal town
The global wellness economy will be worth US$8.5 trillion by 2027, according to new research
Gymbox has introduced a series of new classes dedicated to improving mental health. The new
12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Brawn is the digital platform that drives revenues from personal training
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
University of Sheffield Sport has opened the doors of its flagship Goodwin Sports Centre following a major refurbishment
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
D2F had updated its brand styling to keep pace with business growth. MD, John Lofting and operations director, Matt Aynsley, explain the rationale
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
GymNation is pioneering the future of fitness with software specialist Perfect Gym providing a scalable tech platform to power and sustain its growth
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Epassi, a provider of workplace wellness benefits, is creating a fitter and more productive workforce, one membership at a time 
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Nuffield Health has worked with ServiceSport UK for more than ten years, ensuring the equipment in its clubs is commercially optimised
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
Letters
This programme provides a clear pathway from a health service to a leisure centre
HCM magazine
Editor's letter
New laws are about to come into force that will oblige health club operators to offer consumers better membership terms. It will be disruptive, but tackled well, will change the sector for the better
HCM magazine
HCM People

Jennifer Maanavi

Founder, Physique 57
Our ‘why?’ is to improve the lives of our clients, not to make them feel defeated
HCM magazine
Opinion
Dr Paul Bedford talks to Jak Phillips about the double-edged sword of the strength training trend and his ambitions for the sector
HCM magazine
Debate
Although there’s much talk about working with health services, research from SLC suggests there’s much work to do before the sector is ready for the challenge. Kath Hudson asks the experts to identify barriers and solutions
HCM magazine
Interview
Franchise business Orangetheory Fitness is merging with Self Esteem Brands and is on a long-term path to 10,000 units globally, its CEO and co-founder tells Kate Cracknell
HCM magazine
Design
McFit, the original budget gym is undergoing a transformation with a new look and estate-wide overhaul, as Liz Terry reports
HCM magazine
Life lessons
Remember when there was mass hostility about London hosting the 2012 Olympics? Huw Edwards, CEO of UK Active, was there. He talks to Kath Hudson about the lessons he learned
HCM magazine
HCM People

Dr Jonathan Leary

Founder, Remedy Place
It was as though the whole world woke up at the same time
HCM magazine
I would say those results, along with the team’s total lack of complacency – their desire to keep improving – have been the two big highlights of my first year
HCM magazine
HCM People

Cristiano Ronaldo

Footballer and entrepreneur
Taking care of your physical and mental health is essential for a fulfilling life
HCM magazine
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
HCM magazine
Members are telling us they need support with their mental and spiritual health and the industry is starting to see this need. Now’s the time to fast-track our response
HCM magazine
Now mental health is the number one reason for people to join a health club, do fitness professionals need a grounding in counselling to offer a more holistic service? Kath Hudson asks the experts
HCM magazine
As more people join clubs to support their mental health, fitness professionals need to be empowered to take a holistic approach. Kath Hudson shares useful tools discussed at the ACE summit on mental health
HCM magazine
Industry suppliers are responding to the exponential increase in consumer demand for strength training with a raft of new and innovative launches and concepts, as Steph Eaves reports
HCM magazine
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
Fuel the debate about issues across the industry and share your ideas and experiences. We’d love to hear from you. [email protected]
HCM magazine
As health club operators move to incorporate recovery into their offerings to meet growing consumer demand, Steph Eaves takes a look at what cryotherapy and ice bathing can add to the equation
HCM magazine
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Webinar: Building a new energy future for the leisure sector
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical challenge in balancing net zero goals, funding and increased costs.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Sibec EMEA to blend fitness with luxury at Fairmont Monte Carlo
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Fairmont Monte Carlo this Autumn.
Company profiles
Company profile: Spivi
Spivi is an immersive fitness gamification platform that helps gym operators to achieve better retention ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Alliance Leisure
The company’s core business is the provision of facility development and support for local authorities, ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Speedflex (Europe) Ltd. press release: Speedflex unveils revolutionary connected fitness zone at Everyone Active Fareham
Speedflex continue to make strides in the fitness space with their latest installation at Everyone Active Fareham. Two state-of-the-art Speedflex Blades were installed in their first ever dedicated connected fitness zone at the Fareham leisure centre.
Featured press releases
Power Plate UK press release: Whole body vibration as a platform for every class
Imagine a boutique group exercise studio in which every class takes place on a Power Plate platform. You’ve imagined Vibe Tribe in Beaconsfield.
Directory
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Salt therapy products
Himalayan Source: Salt therapy products
Property & Tenders
Loughton, IG10
Knight Frank
Property & Tenders
Grantham, Leicestershire
Belvoir Castle
Property & Tenders
Diary dates
10-12 May 2024
China Import & Export Fair Complex, Guangzhou, China
Diary dates
23-24 May 2024
Large Hall of the Chamber of Commerce (Erbprinzenpalais), Wiesbaden, Germany
Diary dates
30 May - 02 Jun 2024
Rimini Exhibition Center, Rimini, Italy
Diary dates
08-08 Jun 2024
Worldwide, Various,
Diary dates
11-13 Jun 2024
Raffles City Convention Centre, Singapore, Singapore
Diary dates
12-13 Jun 2024
ExCeL London, London, United Kingdom
Diary dates
03-05 Sep 2024
IMPACT Exhibition Center, Bangkok, Thailand
Diary dates
19-19 Sep 2024
The Salil Hotel Riverside - Bangkok, Bangkok 10120, Thailand
Diary dates
01-04 Oct 2024
REVĪVŌ Wellness Resort Nusa Dua Bali, Kabupaten Badung, Indonesia
Diary dates
22-25 Oct 2024
Messe Stuttgart, Germany
Diary dates
24-24 Oct 2024
QEII Conference Centre, London, United Kingdom
Diary dates
04-07 Nov 2024
In person, St Andrews, United Kingdom
Diary dates

Edition news

The US spa industry is continuing its upward trajectory, achieving an unprecedented milestone with a
The HCM team were busy at the recent FIBO Global Fitness event in Cologne, Germany,
The fitness sector’s pivot to active wellbeing is being discussed in a new weekly podcast,
Industry event organisation Spa Life is gearing up for the first-ever Spa Life Scotland Convention,
Industry experts are gathering in Cologne for today's European Health & Fitness Forum (EHFF), followed
Comfort Zone's latest initiative, the Stand for Regeneration campaign, consolidates its position as a pioneer
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical
A boutique safari and wellness escape will open in Botswana’s wildlife-rich Okavango Delta this May,
The International Spa Association (ISPA) Foundation has released the 2024 edition of its Consumer Snapshot
Will Orr, CEO of The Gym Group, has revealed the company’s full-year results for 2023,
Living Earth Crafts (LEC) has re-launched its best-selling multipurpose spa treatment table the Century City™,
The World Happiness Summit (WOHASU) is gearing up to hold its first-ever World Wellbeing Policy
Orangetheory Fitness has 'massive expectations' for growth in the UK and Europe and sees potential
Elevate
Elevate
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
The 16th edition of the esteemed international spa and hospitality industry event, Forum HOTel&SPA, is
This story was updated at 14.00GMT on 14 March 2024 and 16.00 GMT on 15
Panatta will consolidate its global presence throughout 2024 by attending a host of major industry
The ancient art of aufguss will be celebrated this April with the Second UK Aufguss
Orangetheory and Self Esteem Brands have revealed plans to merge 'as equals' creating a new
Following a successful pilot, The Gym Group is rolling out a programme, delivered by The
The much-anticipated 2024 Medical Wellness Congress (MWC) will be themed around Vitality – The Key
Last year set a new standard for SATS with record-high revenues, less debt and more
Encapsulating the essence of Espa in one beautiful, ornamental art piece, the new Espa Alabastros
Iberian operator, Go fit, has confirmed its plans to move into the Italian market next
Destination wellness brand Canyon Ranch will host the first edition of its beauty and wellness
After a successful four-week pop-up in 2022, Comfort Zone skincare has announced its second collaboration
The 16th edition of the annual spa industry event ForumHOTel&SPA is fast approaching and is
Xponential Fitness is bringing its Club Pilates brand to the UK, with the opening of
HCM editor, Liz Terry, has called on the sector to step up to assist the
Transformative workout and wellbeing practice, Sanctum, is launching in London in January as part of
The UK’s most recently-formed local government body – North Yorkshire Council – is making wellbeing
Global workout specialist, Les Mills, which owns and operates health clubs in its home country
The first edition of the Wellness Hospitality Conference (WHC), co-organised by Teamwork Hospitality and InSpaTime,
In 2024, industry event Arnold Classic UK and Italian fitness and bodybuilding Panatta will take
The world’s first certification for fitness professionals to support mental wellbeing will be launched early
Xponential Fitness has acquired metabolic health business, Lindora, as its eleventh brand from Solis Capital
Xponential Fitness, the largest global franchisor of boutique fitness brands, has announced the opening of
Everlast Gyms today (16 November) opened a new flagship property at the Metro Centre in
There are now more than 300 boutique fitness studios across London – an increase of
Annual industry event, the Global Wellness Summit (GWS), is headed to the Scottish coastal town
The global wellness economy will be worth US$8.5 trillion by 2027, according to new research
Gymbox has introduced a series of new classes dedicated to improving mental health. The new
1 - 40 of 12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Brawn is the digital platform that drives revenues from personal training
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
University of Sheffield Sport has opened the doors of its flagship Goodwin Sports Centre following a major refurbishment
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
D2F had updated its brand styling to keep pace with business growth. MD, John Lofting and operations director, Matt Aynsley, explain the rationale
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
GymNation is pioneering the future of fitness with software specialist Perfect Gym providing a scalable tech platform to power and sustain its growth
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Epassi, a provider of workplace wellness benefits, is creating a fitter and more productive workforce, one membership at a time 
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Nuffield Health has worked with ServiceSport UK for more than ten years, ensuring the equipment in its clubs is commercially optimised
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
HCM People

Dr Jonathan Leary

Founder, Remedy Place
It was as though the whole world woke up at the same time
HCM magazine
I would say those results, along with the team’s total lack of complacency – their desire to keep improving – have been the two big highlights of my first year
HCM magazine
HCM People

Cristiano Ronaldo

Footballer and entrepreneur
Taking care of your physical and mental health is essential for a fulfilling life
HCM magazine
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
HCM magazine
Members are telling us they need support with their mental and spiritual health and the industry is starting to see this need. Now’s the time to fast-track our response
HCM magazine
Now mental health is the number one reason for people to join a health club, do fitness professionals need a grounding in counselling to offer a more holistic service? Kath Hudson asks the experts
HCM magazine
As more people join clubs to support their mental health, fitness professionals need to be empowered to take a holistic approach. Kath Hudson shares useful tools discussed at the ACE summit on mental health
HCM magazine
Industry suppliers are responding to the exponential increase in consumer demand for strength training with a raft of new and innovative launches and concepts, as Steph Eaves reports
HCM magazine
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
Fuel the debate about issues across the industry and share your ideas and experiences. We’d love to hear from you. [email protected]
HCM magazine
As health club operators move to incorporate recovery into their offerings to meet growing consumer demand, Steph Eaves takes a look at what cryotherapy and ice bathing can add to the equation
HCM magazine
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Webinar: Building a new energy future for the leisure sector
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical challenge in balancing net zero goals, funding and increased costs.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Sibec EMEA to blend fitness with luxury at Fairmont Monte Carlo
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Fairmont Monte Carlo this Autumn.
Company profiles
Company profile: Spivi
Spivi is an immersive fitness gamification platform that helps gym operators to achieve better retention ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Alliance Leisure
The company’s core business is the provision of facility development and support for local authorities, ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Speedflex (Europe) Ltd. press release: Speedflex unveils revolutionary connected fitness zone at Everyone Active Fareham
Speedflex continue to make strides in the fitness space with their latest installation at Everyone Active Fareham. Two state-of-the-art Speedflex Blades were installed in their first ever dedicated connected fitness zone at the Fareham leisure centre.
Featured press releases
Power Plate UK press release: Whole body vibration as a platform for every class
Imagine a boutique group exercise studio in which every class takes place on a Power Plate platform. You’ve imagined Vibe Tribe in Beaconsfield.
Directory
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Salt therapy products
Himalayan Source: Salt therapy products
Property & Tenders
Loughton, IG10
Knight Frank
Property & Tenders
Grantham, Leicestershire
Belvoir Castle
Property & Tenders
Diary dates
10-12 May 2024
China Import & Export Fair Complex, Guangzhou, China
Diary dates
23-24 May 2024
Large Hall of the Chamber of Commerce (Erbprinzenpalais), Wiesbaden, Germany
Diary dates
30 May - 02 Jun 2024
Rimini Exhibition Center, Rimini, Italy
Diary dates
08-08 Jun 2024
Worldwide, Various,
Diary dates
11-13 Jun 2024
Raffles City Convention Centre, Singapore, Singapore
Diary dates
12-13 Jun 2024
ExCeL London, London, United Kingdom
Diary dates
03-05 Sep 2024
IMPACT Exhibition Center, Bangkok, Thailand
Diary dates
19-19 Sep 2024
The Salil Hotel Riverside - Bangkok, Bangkok 10120, Thailand
Diary dates
01-04 Oct 2024
REVĪVŌ Wellness Resort Nusa Dua Bali, Kabupaten Badung, Indonesia
Diary dates
22-25 Oct 2024
Messe Stuttgart, Germany
Diary dates
24-24 Oct 2024
QEII Conference Centre, London, United Kingdom
Diary dates
04-07 Nov 2024
In person, St Andrews, United Kingdom
Diary dates
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